Dhruva grew up in Malaysia before moving to India to complete his studies. He holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), Diploma in Family Medicine (DFM), Diplomate in Practical Dermatology (DPD) and a Diplomate American Academy of Aesthetic and Reconstructive Medicine.

Prior to becoming a GP, Dhruva worked in a number of hospitals throughout the world, including in Malaysia, India, the United Kingdom and Australia.

In addition to enjoying all aspects of general practice, Dhruva is interested in dermatology and skin cancer treatment, cosmetic medicine, minor surgery and ear, nose and throat (ENT) medicine. Dhruva has a particular interest in laser medicine and treating various dermatological disorders.

Dhruva holds skin cancer and dermatology checks at Illawarra Medical Centre every Tuesday morning and works closely with nearby skin clinic – DermCosmesis*.

Outside of his work as a GP, Dhruva enjoys playing tennis, listening to jazz music, reading thrillers and travelling the world to meet new people and experience different cultures. He also has a special interest in foreign affairs.

Dhruva is a Fellow of the Academy of Family Physicians (FAFP), Malaysia, a Fellow of the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (FCPCA) and a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP).

*Please note that any skin related matters discussed during a standard consult with Dr Ramachandran will incur an additional private fee, including those for children under 16 years old.